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28 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Calonje, Retina Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Diego Calonje, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Calonje graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program. Dr. Calonje is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Calonje’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Calonje’s office at (520) 886-4080.
Where did Dr. Calonje go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Calonje speak?
Dr. Calonje and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Calonje typically treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Calonje diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Calonje. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Calonje typically perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Calonje performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Calonje. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
- Retinal Laser Surgery
- Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
- Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
- Retinal Membrane Removal
- Macular Pucker Surgery
- Pars Plana Vitrectomy
- Retinal Surgery
- Eye Gel Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
- 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Does Dr. Calonje accept my insurance?
Dr. Calonje accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 886-4080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Calonje accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Calonje in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Calonje's office located?
Dr. Diego Calonje's Primary Practice
1951 N Wilmot Rd Ste 15
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 886-4080
What is Dr. Calonje's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Calonje's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790804961.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Calonje?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Calonje
What is Dr. Diego Calonje's specialty?
Dr. Calonje is a Retina Specialist near Tucson, AZ.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions.
Is this Dr. Diego Calonje affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Calonje is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital, Tucson Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Diego Calonje accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Diego Calonje is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Diego Calonje offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Calonje's office at (520) 886-4080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Diego Calonje?
Please contact Dr. Calonje's office at (520) 886-4080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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